History
Various tradisional statues in Indonesia
Antiques are objects that have significant historical, cultural or artistic value and are usually tens to hundreds of years old. They are often sought after by collectors because of their uniqueness, aesthetic beauty, and the stories they contain.
By Mawar Funcky7 days ago in Art
The hidden means in nature
In 1917, Toribio Mejía Xesspe, a Peruvian archeologist, was flying over the Nazca Plateau, when he noticed something incredible. Massive line drawings — known as geoglyphs — stretching 175 square miles. Turns out these artworks, which depicted a monkey, a spider, plants, and more, were created around 500 BCE. What had compelled people thousands of years ago to work so hard to create images of the natural world? Some believe it may have been part of a spiritual practice, while others think it was functional — showing the locations of water sources. But whatever the purpose, this much is clear: human depictions of nature reveal as much about the people and the societies who made them, as they do about nature itself. Hi! I'm Sarah Green, and this is Crash Course Art History. [THEME MUSIC] We often think of art about nature as sort of…unbiased. A reflection of what is. Often beautiful. Sometimes, clichéd. But not political, usually, or deep, or containing hidden meanings. And yet, representations of the natural world are just that: re-presentations. Somebody had to pick which part of nature to include: what to highlight or exaggerate, and what to leave out. And usually those choices reveal something about the artist— both personally, and in the cultural context they’re coming from. Like, let’s look at some art from the Chinese landscape tradition. These two artworks display many of the same details. This visual repetition has served as a sort of code that let people read the works across centuries almost like you’d read a poem. And even the colors themselves were part of the code. Since as early as the 400s C.E., soft blue and green color palettes have been associated with dreamlike, magical environments, where humans live in balance with nature. An aspirational state in the religion of Chinese Daoism. Over time, Chinese painters built on this tradition, using the blue/green color palette to create natural landscapes that, while not magical, do invoke a sense of tranquility that can feel just as dreamlike.
By Timothy Mwiti7 days ago in Art
Unveiling the Mystique of Chinese Characters
The Mythical Origins According to legend, the origins of Chinese characters can be traced back to the 27th century BCE, when the Yellow Emperor of China tasked his historian, Cangjie, with developing a system of writing. Sitting beside a riverbank, Cangjie drew inspiration from the natural imagery around him. From this, he created the first Chinese characters. The legend says that the night he completed his work, the sky rained millet while ghosts wept, fearing their actions would now be recorded and judged. Although this story is steeped in myth, it highlights the profound significance attributed to the birth of Chinese writing.
By Mojalefa Mokoena8 days ago in Art
Exploring the Evolution and Significance of Oracle’s Iconic Branding
If you’re familiar with cloud computing or the tech realm, it’s likely you’ve encountered the Oracle logo created by the Logo Magicians. This corporation has garnered global attention with its innovative products and services. However, how well-versed are you in the history of the Oracle logo crafted by the Logo Magicians
By Lucas Jenn9 days ago in Art
"Beyond Romance: The Spiritual Depth of Voodoo Love Rituals"
Voodoo, often misunderstood as a dark and malevolent practice, holds deep cultural roots in many African societies. Central to voodoo beliefs is the concept of harnessing spiritual energies to influence earthly outcomes, including matters of love and relationships. Papa and Mama Sadam, respected healers from West Africa, employ voodoo rituals not only to mend broken relationships but also to restore spiritual harmony believed to underpin emotional well-being.
By felala fredrick9 days ago in Art
Mona Lisa Part 2
If we take the copy and overlay the two, we get some idea of what the Mona Lisa we put one picture of the Mona Lisa on top of another picture of the Mona Lisa, and we can get an idea of what it might look like combined. If it was possible to make her look the same as she did before.
By Lucas Ajao10 days ago in Art
Mona Lisa Part 1
Upon first viewing the world's most famed painting, many folks are left, feeling underwhelmed. It may additionally now not possess the immediate charm and aptitude that different works at the Louvre exude; missing the superficial attraction that captivates at a glance.
By Lucas Ajao10 days ago in Art
The Evolution and Symbolism of BMW’s Iconic Logo
BMW Logo’s Story of Symbolism How acquainted are you with the BMW logo? Chances are, you’ve encountered this iconic emblem while cruising on the road or passing by a BMW showroom. Whether you’re a proud BMW owner or have noticed the logo on other vehicles, the origin and meaning of this symbol may remain a mystery.
By Lucas Jenn10 days ago in Art